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Coldest Night of the Year 2021
February 20
It’s cold out there. The Coldest Night of the Year is a covid-safe, family-friendly walk to raise money for charities serving people experiencing homelessness, hurt, and hunger. Walk with us virtually or in-person on February 20, 2021 – there’s a place for everyone!
Everything is Outdoors!
Because of covid, the event this year must be outside from beginning to end without exception. This includes:
- Walker Check-In
- Toque Pick-up
- Walker Send-Off
- Rest Stop
Other key things of note this year:
- Indoor washroom facilities will be open at the start location and at the rest stop.
- Post-event meal: There will be no traditional post-event meal this year.
- Cash + cheques: We will not be processing these on CNOY Day, please login to Fundhub to pay off your cash and cheque pledges online.
Schedule
Keep an eye on this page – we’ll be posting the socially-distanced walk times in early February.
- 4-6 pm: Walk times – mini opening ceremonies & send off instructions before each group leaves
- 6 pm: Last group leaves for their walk
- 7 pm: Rest Stop Closes
- 7:30 pm: Route Closes
Walker Check-In
- All walkers must check in when they arrive for their walk time.
- Walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toque as a thank you!
Route Details
- Route Distances: 2 km or 5 km
- Rest stop: There will be one rest stop with yummy snacks and drinks.
- Signage: All routes will be well signed with our bold blue CNOY signs
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.
- All walkers 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
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